Steve Smith Milestone: Australian skipper Steve Smith has been one of Australia's most dependable batters in high-pressure ICC ODI tournament knockout matches. His ability to step up in crucial games has made him an integral part for Australia in major ICC events.
Let’s take a look at his performances in knockout matches over the years. Smith’s Record in ICC ODI Knockout Matches:
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65 vs Pakistan, Adelaide, CWC 2015 Quarterfinal
Smith played a vital innings of 65 runs in the 2015 World Cup quarterfinal against Pakistan, helping Australia secure a crucial win.
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105 vs India, Sydney, CWC 2015 Semifinal
One of his finest performances came in the 2015 World Cup semifinal against India, where he scored a brilliant century (105), leading Australia to a dominant total.
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56 vs New Zealand, Melbourne, CWC 2015 Final
In the final against New Zealand, Smith anchored the chase with an unbeaten 56*, guiding Australia to a fifth World Cup title.
85 vs England, Edgbaston, CWC 2019 Semifinal
During the 2019 World Cup semifinal, Smith once again showed his class, scoring 85 runs against England, though Australia eventually lost the match.
30 vs South Africa, Kolkata, CWC 2023 Semifinal
In a tense 2023 World Cup semifinal against South Africa, Smith contributed 30 runs, helping Australia secure a narrow win.
4 vs India, Ahmedabad, CWC 2023 Final
The 2023 World Cup final against India was a rare failure for Smith, as he managed only 4 runs before being dismissed.